Papaya Beach Holiday: Summary
Papaya Beach Holiday in a nutshell
This week long beach holiday includes stays in two stunning ocean-front lodges, beginning on the small, private Chumbe Island before moving to Zanzibar’s north-east coast.
Set just off the south-west coast of Zanzibar, Chumbe Island Lodge sits within a protected coral reef sanctuary and forest reserve. The design of the lodge is especially impressive, at once blending with its surroundings and offering guests considerable comfort. In keeping with its strong ecologically sensitive ethos, the activities here tend to focus on the island’s ecology: guided walks offer exploration of the island’s forests and inter-tidal zones, during which the island’s geology, flora and fauna is explained.
Whilst diving is not possible at Chumbe, snorkelling trips over the coral reefs can be truly breathtaking. Over 400 species of fish reside in the surrounding waters and, as the island’s only lodge, guests of Chumbe are likely to enjoy sightings in complete exclusivity.
Equally stunning and run to the same high standard, Matemwe Lodge offers a variety of activities which do include diving. Guests might also enjoy fishing trips with local fishermen, local village visits, snorkelling or bicycling around the area.
Combine this variety of activities with a high-standard of service, elegant accommodation and the beautifully tropical location, and you certainly have a holiday to remember.
At a glance
Starts: | Dar es Salaam International Airport | |
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3 nights | Chumbe Island Lodge - South-west Zanzibar, Zanzibar | Full Board |
4 nights | Matemwe Lodge - East Coast Zanzibar, Zanzibar | Half Board |
Ends: | Dar es Salaam International Airport |
Chumbe Island Lodge
South-west Zanzibar, Zanzibar
Matemwe Lodge
East Coast Zanzibar, Zanzibar
Highlights
Our thoughts on five of the top experiences of this Papaya Beach Holiday.
- The sheer exclusivity of Chumbe Island
- Snorkelling over the reefs, seeing technicolour fish
- Relaxing with a massage, overlooking the ocean
- Eating freshly caught fish and other local produce
- Visiting the turtle nests further up Matemwe Beach
Activities
Some activities which can be included in the Papaya Beach Holiday: talk to us about those which interest you.
Birdwatching
Boat trip
Kayaking
Scuba-diving
Snorkelling
Watersports
Side-trips whilst on this beach holiday
We may be able to build in some of these optional excursions from the Papaya Beach Holiday. Talk to us: they’re usually best arranged when you book.
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When you return
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